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SUMMARY:White Tailed Eagle and Raptors of Mull 01-10-26
DESCRIPTION:White Tailed Eagle and Raptors of Mull \nLocation: Isle of Mull \nThe meeting place for the trip is in Oban. You can either travel up in the evening and stay in Oban or can travel early in the morning. Ferry times for the trip will be given at booking time. \nMeeting in Oban. Time will be given at booking and will depend on the time of our boat trip with Mull Charters. We will travel in my vehicle to Mull and the ferry cost is included in the price of the booking. When we arrive on Mull we will either do a short drive around the island looking for Hen Harrier\, Short eared Owl and Golden Eagle or we will go directly to the boat meeting point. After the boat trip we will do another search of the island for the other species of raptor. We will return to Oban on the ferry mid evening. \nThe boat trip is an incredible experience. We will take a set route to search for some of the many local White-Tailed Eagles. When we are in their territory\, fish will be thrown into the water and the eagles will come to the boat and then will dive and pluck the fish from the surface of the water. It is a truly amazing experience and a trip that I have done many times over the past 8 years. It never disappoints and you never get tired of watching these impressive birds. \nPlease note that the boat trip is weather dependent. If the boat cannot sail then an alternative activity will be provided which will include more time looking for birds on the Isle of Mull\, if the group would like to we can also use the additional time to search for otters. \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price includes the Mull Charters Boat Trip\, Transport from Oban and whilst on Mull. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/white-tailed-eagle-and-raptors-of-mull-2/
LOCATION:Isle of Mull
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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SUMMARY:White Tailed Eagle and Raptors of Mull 02-10-26
DESCRIPTION:White Tailed Eagle and Raptors of Mull \nLocation: Isle of Mull \nThe meeting place for the trip is in Oban. You can either travel up in the evening and stay in Oban or can travel early in the morning. Ferry times for the trip will be given at booking time. \nMeeting in Oban. Time will be given at booking and will depend on the time of our boat trip with Mull Charters. We will travel in my vehicle to Mull and the ferry cost is included in the price of the booking. When we arrive on Mull we will either do a short drive around the island looking for Hen Harrier\, Short eared Owl and Golden Eagle or we will go directly to the boat meeting point. After the boat trip we will do another search of the island for the other species of raptor. We will return to Oban on the ferry mid evening. \nThe boat trip is an incredible experience. We will take a set route to search for some of the many local White-Tailed Eagles. When we are in their territory\, fish will be thrown into the water and the eagles will come to the boat and then will dive and pluck the fish from the surface of the water. It is a truly amazing experience and a trip that I have done many times over the past 8 years. It never disappoints and you never get tired of watching these impressive birds. \nPlease note that the boat trip is weather dependent. If the boat cannot sail then an alternative activity will be provided which will include more time looking for birds on the Isle of Mull\, if the group would like to we can also use the additional time to search for otters. \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price includes the Mull Charters Boat Trip\, Transport from Oban and whilst on Mull. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/white-tailed-eagle-and-raptors-of-mull-3/
LOCATION:Isle of Mull
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261004
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SUMMARY:Argaty Red Kites and Red Squirrel Workshop 03-10-26
DESCRIPTION:Argaty Red Kites – Red Kite and Red Squirrel Workshop \nLocation: Doune \nMy bestselling and most popular workshop. \nThis is a small group wildlife photography workshop\, I will be on hand throughout the day to help you with your camera settings and leave the day with some truly memorable wildlife images. \nIt is ideally for people who want to improve their wildlife photography and increase understanding of how to use their camera. \nWorkshop Contents\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation\n• Shooting in Raw\n• Understanding Animal Behaviour\n• Capturing Action shots\n• Photographing Birds in Flight. \nThe day will be split in to 2 sessions with the morning focusing on Red Squirrels\, the objective here will be to use the available light to capture interesting portraits and behaviour. We will also be hoping to capture images of the many woodland birds that frequent the hide. \nSet in secluded woodland\, this specialist 1-6-person hide gives close-up and intimate views of red squirrels and a spectacular array of woodland birds (including greater spotted woodpecker\, nuthatch\, long tailed tits and more.) \nThe afternoon session will be focusing on the Red Kites. The objective here will be to capture eye catching images of the birds in flight as they feed at the hide. \nA purpose-built hide for up to 3 photographers\, the Red Kite Photography Hide brings you closer to the action (distance to the feeding area 35m) for an unforgettable encounter with nature! \nThe hide looks out onto a beautiful deciduous woodland copse\, which provides the perfect backdrop to photograph kites against\, even in overcast weather. \nIt is an action-packed day full of wildlife photography opportunities and fully guided throughout. \nThe price includes the hide booking exclusively for our group. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/argaty-red-kites-and-red-squirrel-workshop-8/
LOCATION:Doune
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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SUMMARY:Golden Eagle Hide Workshop 05-10-26
DESCRIPTION:Golden Eagle Hide Workshop \nLocation: Near Kirkcudbright \nHave you ever wanted the opportunity to photograph one of the most amazing Scottish Birds up close? \nThe golden eagle is the top predator in the Scottish countryside; it is a massive bird of prey that mainly hunts rabbits and mountain hares but will also catch foxes\, young deer and large birds like grouse. It can be seen soaring high in the sky in upland areas and remote glens in the north and west of Scotland and there are now some pairs further south in Scotland including in Dumfries and Galloway. \nA massive bird of prey\, the golden eagle’s wings and tail are only marginally smaller than the rarer white-tailed eagle. Adults are mainly dark brown\, with a golden head and neck. Young birds have white patches in their wings and a white base to the tail. \nAfter several years work Scottish Photography Hides is now able to offer the most iconic of British birds the Golden Eagle. \nThis hide offers up close views of the eagle and is an extremely reliable location to be able to see and photograph the Golden Eagle. \nThis hide is situated on a moorland quite close to a road so not to difficult to access\, but a degree of fitness is required on the 5 minute walk as there is a 15 metre 45 degree incline to walk up just before you reach the hide. Apart from that it is a simple walk. \nOn this workshop we will have exclusive use of the 4 person hide and the 2 single hides \nThe main hide itself holds 4 people and has office chairs\, a toilet and gimbal plates so a tripod head is best. If not\, a beanbag will suffice. \nThere is also 2 separate single occupancy hides each with office chairs and gimbal plates. In the 2 single hides there is no toilet and all you have is a bucket as you cannot leave the hide under any circumstances until the end of the day. \nI will allocate the hides based on the ability and needs of the group. \nThere are strict requirements for this hides:\n• You must be prepared to sit in silence for a long period of time\n• Once in the hide you cannot leave until it gets dark.\n• Hand holding the camera and lens is not permitted – you must use a gimbal/tripod head or beanbag.\n• Entry in to the hides is usually early morning (meeting times will be given at the time of booking). \nOnce set up you cannot move lenses for any reason. You will be pointing your lens at the carcass and must stay fixed on this for the duration. No incoming flight shots must be attempted\, and you must let the Eagle start feeding before any shots are taken. \nYou cannot leave the hide until dusk so please bare this in mind before booking. It is imperative these birds do not see anyone entering or leaving the hide. \nThose on DSLR cameras must shoot in silent and single shot. No burst modes. \nLens wise around 400mm full frame is best. 500mm is also good however you might clip wings if it spreads them while tearing the carcass. \nAs this is a silent hide camera settings will be given before the workshop and a run down of the type of images to look for will also be given. Once in the main hide any communication will be minimal\, for the single hides communication will be done via text. Therefore it is essential for this workshop that you have a basic understanding of your camera settings. \nDue to the nature of the species. It is advised to be prepared for a cancelation near your date as if it hasn’t showed for 2 or 3 days I advise for people to postpone. This doesn’t happen often and is a rare occurrence but if booking accommodation then please book with free cancellation. \nIn the unlikely event of a no show a free day is offered in future within a 12 month period – this will likely be an unguided visit where you will go back on your own.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/golden-eagle-hide-workshop-05-10-26/
LOCATION:Kirkcudbright
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Photography for Beginners 06-10-26
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Wildlife Photography Workshop \nLocation: Glasgow \nMy popular beginner’s wildlife photography workshop is designed for people who are new to wildlife photography and for those people who just want to understand how their camera works and how they can maximise the equipment that they have to get better images. \nMany people have attended this workshop with NO photography knowledge and often attendees have basic camera equipment. \nThroughout the beginners wildlife photography workshop I will set your camera up with you to ensure that you are simplifying the camera settings as much as possible and making you comfortable with adjusting minimum settings to get maximum results. \nThe focus of the workshop is on capturing images of common species in a different way\, so we will be photographing swans\, ducks and other water birds. I will also explain a little about the behaviour of the birds so that you can look for specific shots. \nBy the end of the workshop you will be confident in using your camera and adjusting settings to achieve the results that you want. \nCourse Contents\n• Camera Set Up\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/wildlife-photography-for-beginners-21/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Photography for Beginners 08-10-26
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Wildlife Photography Workshop \nLocation: Glasgow \nMy popular beginner’s wildlife photography workshop is designed for people who are new to wildlife photography and for those people who just want to understand how their camera works and how they can maximise the equipment that they have to get better images. \nMany people have attended this workshop with NO photography knowledge and often attendees have basic camera equipment. \nThroughout the beginners wildlife photography workshop I will set your camera up with you to ensure that you are simplifying the camera settings as much as possible and making you comfortable with adjusting minimum settings to get maximum results. \nThe focus of the workshop is on capturing images of common species in a different way\, so we will be photographing swans\, ducks and other water birds. I will also explain a little about the behaviour of the birds so that you can look for specific shots. \nBy the end of the workshop you will be confident in using your camera and adjusting settings to achieve the results that you want. \nCourse Contents\n• Camera Set Up\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/wildlife-photography-for-beginners-22/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261029T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261029T140000
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SUMMARY:Improving / Advanced Workshop 29-10-26
DESCRIPTION:Improving/Advanced Workshop \nLocation: Glasgow \nThis workshop is designed for people who have knowledge of photography and know how to do the basics of wildlife photography. It is also intended for people that have a good understanding of their cameras and are already taking good images\, but want to take their photography to a higher level. \nThroughout the workshop we will look at and discuss what makes a good image. We will talk about the basics of composition but when we should look to do something different\, we will also look at how we can use the environment to add impact to our images and how backgrounds can make or break an image. We will spend a lot of time looking at different types and angles of light and how to maximise the lighting conditions that we have to truly change the way an image can look. \nWe will also look for specific behaviours and will focus on capturing action shots of the birds in flight and interacting with each other. I will be on hand to explain basic behaviour of our subjects and the signs that you need to look for to capture dramatic behaviour shots. \nWe will also focus on wildlife portraits and how to take snapshots of birds to the next level. \nThe focus of the workshop is on capturing images of common species in a different way\, so we will be photographing swans\, ducks and other water birds. \nThe great thing about this location is that there are numerous different subjects that we can get quite close to and it gives us lots of opportunities to try different things and experiment. The light at this location is also very good. \nBy the end of this workshop you will have a better idea of how a few small tweaks can completely transform your wildlife photography. \nCourse Contents\n• What makes a good image\n• Mastering the Angles of Light\n• Photographing behaviour\n• Photographing Portraits\n• Slow Shutter Speeds\n• Mastering Settings
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/improving-advanced-workshop-5/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261030T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261030T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T120540
CREATED:20251222T160401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T152922Z
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Photography for Beginners 30-10-26
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Wildlife Photography Workshop \nLocation: Glasgow \nMy popular beginner’s wildlife photography workshop is designed for people who are new to wildlife photography and for those people who just want to understand how their camera works and how they can maximise the equipment that they have to get better images. \nMany people have attended this workshop with NO photography knowledge and often attendees have basic camera equipment. \nThroughout the beginners wildlife photography workshop I will set your camera up with you to ensure that you are simplifying the camera settings as much as possible and making you comfortable with adjusting minimum settings to get maximum results. \nThe focus of the workshop is on capturing images of common species in a different way\, so we will be photographing swans\, ducks and other water birds. I will also explain a little about the behaviour of the birds so that you can look for specific shots. \nBy the end of the workshop you will be confident in using your camera and adjusting settings to achieve the results that you want. \nCourse Contents\n• Camera Set Up\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/wildlife-photography-for-beginners-23/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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